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A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off from Ørland Air Force Station, Norway, in support of a Bomber Task Force Europe training mission, Spring Spear, March 12, 2021. The B-1 integrated with ally fighter aircraft and conducted the first ever hot-pit refueling of a bomber in Europe at Powidz Air Base, Poland.

March 12, 2021

U.S. Air Forces in Europe & Air Forces Africa — A U.S. B-1B Lancer from the 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, flew a Bomber Task Force mission to Powidz, Poland, March 12, 2021.The flight included the first ever hot-pit refuel of a bomber aircraft in Europe. “Hot pitting,” or refueling the aircraft while the engines are on and the crew remains in the cockpit, drastically reduces

An Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile launches during an operation test at 11:49 p.m. PT Feb. 23, 2021, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif.

Feb. 24, 2021

Minuteman III test launch demonstrates safe, reliable deterrent

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Ca. — A team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a test reentry vehicle at 11:47 p.m. Pacific Time Feb. 23 from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California.The test demonstrates that the United States’ nuclear deterrent is safe, secure, reliable and effective to deter

The Omaha Trophy, which dates back to the U.S. Air Force’s Strategic Air Command, was originally created by the Strategic Air Command Consultation Committee in 1971. At the time, a single trophy was presented annually as a token of appreciation to the command’s best wing. The SCC – an advisory group comprised of business leaders in the Omaha area – became the Strategic Command Consultation Committee (SCC) after the activation of USSTRATCOM in 1992.

Feb. 10, 2021

USSTRATCOM Commander Announces 2020 Omaha Trophy Winners

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — In recognition of outstanding support to U.S. Strategic Command’s (USSTRATCOM) strategic deterrence mission, U.S. Navy Adm. Charles Richard, commander of USSTRATCOM, announced the winners of the 2020 Omaha Trophies Feb. 10, 2021.“Last year presented unique challenges. The men and women of USSTRATCOM demonstrated, flexibility, readiness, and success

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., prepares to land at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, India, Feb. 1, 2021. Aero India is an ideal forum to showcase U.S. defense aircraft and equipment and ultimately contribute toward compatibility and interoperability with other countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christina Bennett)

Feb. 4, 2021

U.S. B-1B Lancer debuts at Aero India 2021

YELAHANKA AIR FORCE STATION, BENGALURU, INDIA — The government-sponsored Aero India 2021, Asia's largest trade show opened its doors at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru Feb. 3, ushering in foreign delegates and representatives from more than 60 countries and 500 defense industry companies.

Feb. 3, 2021

First-Ever Bomber Deployment to Occur in Norway

U.S. Air Forces in Europe & Air Forces Africa — U.S. bombers are set to deploy to Norway for the first time. In preparation for that deployment, U.S. Air Force personnel from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived today at Orland Air Base, Norway. The Airmen are part of the advance team for scheduled missions that will execute in the coming weeks for a limited time. Training for the U.S. Air Force

A photo of a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress

Jan. 29, 2021

B-52 Bombers arrive at Andersen AFB for Bomber Task Force Deployment

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam — Four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers returned to the Indo-Pacific region Jan. 28 for a Bomber Task Force deployment, conducting operations out of Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

Jan. 25, 2021

Red Flag 21-1 kicks off at Nellis

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Southern Nevada residents may notice an increase in military aircraft activity from Jan. 25 through Feb. 12 as Nellis begins Red Flag 21-1, one of the U.S. Air Force’s largest combat training exercises.

A B-1B Lancer with a Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) flies in the skies above Edwards Air Force Base, California, Nov. 20. The flight was a demonstration of the B-1B’s external weapons carriage capabilities. (Air Force photo by Ethan Wagner)

Nov. 24, 2020

Global Power Bomber CTF conducts B-1B external captive carry demonstration

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, California — The B-1B Lancer’s expanded carriage capabilities comes one step closer to fruition following an external captive carry flight over the skies of Edwards Air Force Base, California, Nov. 20.

A B-52H Stratofortress on the flightline on Nov. 20, 2020, at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jesse Jenny)

Nov. 21, 2020

Bomber Task Force mission demonstrates regional commitment in CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force B-52H “Stratofortress” aircrews assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, N.D., conducted a short-notice, long-range mission into the Middle East on Nov. 21 to deter aggression and reassure U.S. partners and allies.

Aircrew with the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron raise the landing gear of a U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer during take-off in a joint interoperability exercise at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Nov. 13, 2020. Participating in the exercise allowed B-1 aircrews to obtain training that could be imperative in the future missions as they continue to stay committed to the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka)

Nov. 13, 2020

Dyess Airmen participate in Indo-Pacific joint exercise

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam — Airmen with the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron (EBS) participated in a joint interoperability exercise to test long-range force packaging and demonstrate global reach capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region, Nov. 12.